The Empact Approach
Making impact together
By enabling organisations to realise their ESG ambitions, we are accelerating the transition to a sustainable world. That’s why we do what we do. We therefore believe in a focused and practical approach where Empact empowers companies and organisations to achieve their own goals.
The way we work is very different from many commercial consultancies that like to make organisations dependent on their services. We work differently because we actually want to make ourselves redundant.
Discover Empact’s approach
At Empact we work with an expert team of consultants, academics and assurance providers. Depending on your goals and ambitions, we select our most suitable experts to help you in the best possible way. We use a five-step model, as shown below.
Curious about what these steps entail? Read more here…
In step 1 of the process, a thorough baseline measurement and analysis is carried out to lay a solid foundation. The current situation is examined in detail. Internally, focussing on existing policies, processes, activities and governance. Externally, directed to databases, news, sector analyses and customers and other stakeholder input. Based on this, the necessary steps for the next phase are determined.
In step 2, the ESG vision and the associated ambitions are determined based on the findings of the first phase. This vision must be endorsed by the Executive Board and the Supervisory Board. Next, the main objectives and responsibilities within the organization are defined, which together form the ESG strategy. The goal is to achieve tangible, positive changes that contribute to sustainable growth and make a lasting difference. See also: empact.nu/esgstrategy
In step 3, the execution or implementation, concrete plans are made for each sub-area based on the established strategy, goals, governance and the action plan. Working groups are formed to translate the strategic goals into operational actions. It is important to achieve quick success with quick wins and iconic projects, so that the visibility of the efforts increases and the support within the organization is strengthened. See also empact.nu/esgimplementation.
Step 4, It is important to document the ESG transition, but reporting is not a goal in itself. A report can take different forms. It can be part of an end product such as an Evaluation study (link to EZK news) or CSRD. But also for accountability, both internally and externally reporting on the changes or choices.
In step 5, Assurance, the focus is on the sustainable integration of the ESG strategy within the organization. It’s crucial to understand that the responsibility for ESG performance ultimately lies with the CEO. The process of implementation may take longer than expected, with the involvement of the internal organization, finance, and management becoming increasingly important. The goal is to ensure that ESG is not only implemented but fully integrated into business operations.
Project management. All 5 steps require grip and control on the progress, the budget and the deadlines. Within our approach, we work with recurring project meetings, GANNT charts for planning, action lists and monthly overviews and quarterly evaluation moments with our customers. But we do this in a pragmatic way: often only for long-term projects and when necessary. Project management can also be led by our customers.
Making ourselves redundant, we promise:
- Empact aims to make itself redundant;
- This means we help our customers build understanding and knowledge by working together;
- When we leave, the processes are in place for our customers to deliver their own ESG performance.
What we ask of you:
- For this, we need a project team from our customers that has sufficient time to work on it;
- And a clear internal structure with invested responsibilities and board level involvement.
Concerns we often identify with our clients:
- Connection to primary business activities;
- Cooperation with customers and suppliers;
- Clear project approach focused on practical results.
This is why we work agile:
- By using short-term plans and actions, we make it a practical way of working together;
- Over the course of the project, the role of our customers will come to the forefront and our own role will diminish;
- Empact's role will change from a driving and working force to a trusted advisor providing hands-on support to our customers.
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